Kasubi Tombs Makaburi ya Kasubi ya wafalme wa Buganda
Kampala, Uganda UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Kasubi Tombs are a tomb and monument located in the Rubaga Division of Kampala, Uganda. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site and a National Cultural Site of Uganda, this location serves as the burial ground for the kings of Buganda. Spanning an area of 0.268 square kilometers on Kasubi hill, it is one of the most looked-up sights in Uganda.
Planning a visit
Kampala experiences stable temperatures throughout the year, with daily highs ranging from 23 °C to 25 °C and lows between 18 °C and 19 °C. The drier months of January, February, and July offer the most favorable conditions for a visit, as rainfall is significantly lower during these times compared to the peak wet months of April, May, October, and November, which see over 150 mm of rain on about 25 days. The nearest airport is Entebbe International Airport, located 34 km away. Travelers staying in the city will find the site 4 km from the center of Kampala. Visitors can combine a trip here with other local attractions, such as the Uganda Museum, which is 3.3 km away, or the Independence Monument, located 3.5 km from the tombs. The Uganda National Mosque is also within reach, situated 9.5 km away.
Weather by month
Temperatures stay much the same all year, around 21 °C on average. The wettest is April, with about 182 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 25 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 23 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 |
| Average low, °C | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| Rainfall, mm | 73 | 62 | 143 | 182 | 158 | 78 | 67 | 96 | 119 | 152 | 154 | 109 |
| Rainy days | 11 | 11 | 20 | 24 | 23 | 17 | 11 | 17 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 18 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
